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GCSE English

Students in St.Louis study the CCEA GCSE Specifications in English Language and Literature. They can be entered at either Higher or Foundation Tier.


English Language

Unit 1:
Personal Writing and Reading
Multi-Modal Texts

External examination
1 hour 30 mins
20%

Unit 2:
Functional Writing and Reading
Non-Fiction

External examination
1 hour 30 mins
20%


Unit 3:
Speaking and Listening

Controlled assessment
20%

Unit 4:
Studying Spoken and Written Language and Writing Creatively
Task 1 – The Study of Spoken Language
Task 2 – The Study of Written Language
Task 3 – Writing Creatively

Controlled assessment
40%

English Literature

Unit 1:
The Study of Prose

External examination
1 hour
25%

Unit 2:
The Study of Drama and Poetry

External examination
2 hours
50%

Unit 3:
The Study of Linked Texts

Controlled assessment
25%